President Trump, right, is joined by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson as he arrives for a meeting with the House Republican Conference at the Capitol, Tuesday, in Washington. (Rod Lamkey, Jr./AP) ...

Heavy rains drenching the Pacific Northwest triggered flooding across much of the region, closing dozens of roads and prompting the evacuations of tens of thousands of people.

Salt is a key part of our diets. It's also vital for our survival, as dietitian Lena Beal, MS, RDN, LD and National Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics previously told USA TODAY.

Everyone knows that too much salt can spoil a dish. This week, Republicans in the House of Representatives had to resolve a heated debate within their party over just how much SALT would spoil the ...